Professionalism Flashcards
what are the four Cs of Certification?
when is is used?
Caution
Clarity
Certainty
Challenge
used when signing a cerifying document like a passport, animal health certificate, insurance claim
what must a vaccination card include?
animal id
client name
vaccination details
what are 5 principles of practices in the RCVS code of professional conduct?
professional competence
honesty and integrity
independence and impartiality
client confidentiality and trust
professional accountability
give an example of professional competence
continuous professional development to become more competent in a role/area
give an example of honesty/ integrity
refusing to undertake clients demands to falsify a date on a vaccine certificate.
give an example of independence and impartiality
not taking ‘sponsorships’ from pharmaceutical companies if it opposes clinical evidence
give an example of client confidentiality/ trust
not engaging in conversation about another client in a non professional environment
give an example of professional accountability
calling back a client at the time you stated, and holding yourself responsible if you do not do so.
what are the 6 professional responsibilities of a vet according to the RCVS
vet surgeons and animals
VS and clients
VS and profession
VS and Veterinary team
VS and the RCVS
VS and the public
what are the 5 duties of a vet?
to the animal
to the client
to the profession
to society
to themselves
what is responsibility of VS and animals
animal health/ welfare
24 hour first aid
responsible prescription
communicate with other VS
remain in their area of competence
what is responsibility of VS and clients?
open and honesty
impartial advice
communication
informed consent needed
confidentiality
good records
prompt response
what is responsibility of VS and the profession?
address their own physical/ mental health that may adversely effect performance
maintain practice standards
communicate with other professionals
senior VS responsible for adequate training of new graduates
what is responsibility of VS and the RCVS?
be registered
disclose any convictions
must comply with requests
what is responsibility of VS and the public
protect public waste act
promote products in a professional manner
not engage in nonprofessional behaviour
